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Newspaper

Bridgeport Times

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 14, 1921

Page

9

Bridgeport Times publication details and staff credits

Bridgeport Times and Evening Farmer publishes from 179 Fairfield Ave Bridgeport Conn Bryant Grimm Brunson represent foreign news in New York Boston and Chicago The paper is a member of the Associated Press with AP dispatches and local news. Phone numbers for business and editorial offices are listed.

Evening Farmer Bryant, Grimm & Brunson New York Boston Chicago Associated Press Harnum Barnum The Times Publishing Co Fairfield Ave Bridgeport Conn

Will for Peace and the Four Power Treaty Debate

The Times argues for a measured approach to the four power treaty aimed at Pacific peace. It cautions against partisan hatred and urges Democrats to support a world peace aligned with American interests, praising Mr. Hughes and the President for pursuing peace despite opposition. It notes the Irish question, the European stake, and the need sacrifice of ideas for peace.

Pacific League of Nations Great League of Nations Harding Wilson Senator Lodge America United States Hughes the Times

Back To Work For Board Of Education After Legal Moves

The Board of Education likely returns to work without litigation as vacancies and equality of representation are addressed. Democrats gain 3 seats after Osborn death, Republicans maintain 4, writs for quo warranto and mandamus dropped as vacancy is filled and business transferred to a committee of the whole. Public discussion yields transparency and lawful conduct.

Board of Education Superior Court George W. Osborn Norman Leeds

The Man Behind The Bribe Inspires Justice Inquiry

Homer St. Cummings will lead the inquiry into a bribery conspiracy that shocked the community. The public expects the mastermind to be found and punished, not just the tools, with Alderman Hamilton notthe originator, according to the source.

Homer St. Cummings Alderman Hamilton Cummings

Irish decision Thursday looms as debates continue

Dublin news recounts Dail and De Valera clashes over the treaty as delegates argue publicly on credentials and authority. Michael Collins presses to compare Dublin and London texts while De Valera insists on Dublin referral and private sessions for sensitive matters.

Dail Irish Republican Army Mr. DeValera Michael Collins Dublin United Dall Mr. Collins Aclf de Valera Republic of Ireland Ireland Realera

Legion Fund To Be Probed By State Comptroller

State Comptroller Harvey P. Bissell moved to investigate the American Legion relief fund after charges that Treasurer Frank Butterworth unlawfully spent 8000 from the 2.5 million dollar trust for ex service members. Butterworth refused direct replies, cited a letter to Governor Lake, and noted four women clerks handled work at his office in New Haven. Healy argued the board acts as trustee and that the investigation required authorization.

Harvey P. Bissell State Board of Control Legion Bissell Lake Frank 8. Butterworth The American Legion Butterworth Biswell New Haven Mr. Buterworth Trade Fund Governor Lake Atirney Frank FE. Healy Comptroller Ts Board of Control Atte Ey Soldier Fund Board of Control Hoover Relief Butterworth Proowes Healy

Stratford James Catto Picked Up In Floral Park

Stratford James Catto claimed Bridgeport origins and was arrested Monday in Floral Park by Sergeant Benjamin Smith for vagrancy after begging. He was released the next day with a geography lesson and warned to stay on the west side of the city. Police do not believe he is connected to recent burglaries.

James Catto Bridgeport Floral Park Benjamin Smith Fairfield High School Fairfield High Bridgeport High Tne James Sharkey Paul Cleland Mven

Stamford terror is Jack the Hugger heightens city fears

Stamford Connecticut December 14 reports describe a prowler attacking women and girls after nightfall. Victims recall a half-starved boy or a well dressed man as the assailant who embraced necks choking victims before fleeing. Police have not captured him. Locals arm themselves with improvised weapons to deter further assaults.

Stamford Conn Der Jane Wricht

Connecticut Board Aims to Aid Blind Citizens

The State Board of Education plans to ask town electors to report all blind or nearly blind residents to help tailor services. The board expands its scope to assist more children and adults, offering schooling, trades training, home teachers for homebound adults, and employment support, funded by the state. Physicians may refer cases, with the office in Dublin room awaiting final documentation.

Hartford State Board of Education The Hilind Haa

Blasting King Passant Transforms New York City

Christopher Passant, a licensed blaster since 1899, has used dynamite to carve through New York from Wall Street to 125th Street. He now drills out a block between Fifty-fifth and Fifty-sixth streets for the Hotel Commonwealth, overseeing every charge and debris removal.

Christopher Passant New York Smithereens Wall Street 125Th Street Fifty-fifth Fifty-sixth Streets Broadway Seventh Avenue Commonwealth Passant Common Wealth

Fairfield Lock Co fire destroys car and damages plant

A delivery automobile under repair at the Connecticut Lock Co plant in Fairfield caught fire Monday evening at 6 o'clock. The wooden body burned completely and flames rose high, threatening the factory and nearby buildings. No. 1 company extinguished the blaze with difficulty. insurance coverage is not yet determined.

Connecticut Lock Co

Table Runners with Medallions and Lace Edges

Table runners with medallions and lace edges offered at 95 cents per yard. Yardage unspecified. limited context notes multiple ets. units. Decorative home textiles advertised in vintage catalog style.

Train Rider Rei Read Anney Edward Krewites Arrest

Ansonia resident Edward Krewites was arrested for train riding and released by City court after receiving two warnings. The notice appears in this city’s December 18 1021 issue, with obituaries and public notices following.

Edward Krewites Ansonia

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